PVC Clear Flexible Tubing from Germany
Transparent polyvinyl chloride tubing used for fluid transfer in laboratories and aquariums. Classified under HTS 3917.39.0020 as it is a flexible hose of PVC without fittings, not rigid piping. Meets Chapter 39 subheading notes for PVC polymers where PVC predominates by weight.
Duty Rate — Germany → United States
10%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.3910%Except for products described in headings 9903.05.85–9903.05.92 and 9903.05.97, articles the product of a member state of the European Union, with an ad valorem (or ad valorem equivalent) rate of duty under column 1 less than 10 percent, as provided for in U.S. note 52 to this subchapter
Import Tips
• Verify PVC content exceeds 95% by weight per subheading note (a)(1) to avoid reclassification; ensure no attached fittings as those qualify for Free (C) under heading 3917 US note
• Provide material test reports to confirm polymer composition